Now that spring is here in full swing many homeowners opt to open their windows in order to let in either some fresh warm air or some early morning or evening cool air. While it is indeed a great time to open up a homes windows many screens including those that are part of a screen door might become damaged during the long winter. Everything from wind and rain and from debris and haphazard children can damage screens.
Many homeowners will simply run out and buy new screens, tools, and then spend considerable time replacing their screens when they can simply hire professionals to do so for them. Hiring professionals like Stanley Window Care not only saves homeowners time but money as well. The experts at Stanley Window Care can repair and even replace screens at a very low cost and can do it much faster than most laypersons.
Should you have any questions regarding our screen repair/replacement services please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.
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Friday, September 28, 2012
Repairing Your Screens
Yes, it is possible to repair your screens, and it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to do the job. A do-it-yourself handyman can accomplish the job easily, but it does take a bit of patience and skill. A few simple tools will help as well and get them before you even start the job. You won’t want to leave the window open minus the screen, so prepare in advance and your local hardware store should have what you’ll need.
For any size hole whether large or small you should be able to make the basic patch. Cut the replacement screen, and pick up the large sewing needle. You’ll need that needle to darn the new screen into place. While you’re sewing think of your grandmother or great grandmother. Chances are they used that process all the time to repair clothing or even socks. Just because clothing had a hole in it was no reason to throw it away, they darned everything. However instead of string or thread, you’ll use a piece of the new screen to sew the new patch into place.
There comes a time when the entire screen needs replacing. If the frame is still in relatively good condition, you’ll need to buy a roll of screen large enough to cover the entire area. Cut it a bit larger than the frame of the screen. You’ll also need spline material and also a spline tool. You’ll find it easier to use a little glue that will hold the screen in place. Just in case you’ve never heard of spline or a spline tool, it is a rubber material that will fit in the groove that will hold the screen in the frame securely.
Now, we got the cart before the horse, and we’re going to tell you the necessary tools to get the job done. Surprise, you’ll need a new piece of screen for the smaller repairs, and a much larger piece to replace the entire screen that probably comes in rolls. You’ll need the spline, the spline tool, a bit of glue, that large sewing needle, and you’ll need something to cut the new screen material to the correct size.
If you still don’t want to tackle the job, go online and you can find a window screen repair contractor. They can get that job done easily, and will do other things around your home that you’ve been putting off. They’re worth every penny they charge, but usually it’s more like dollar. Does anyone use pennies anymore?
Stanley Window Care specializes in screen repair Orange County, and Orange County window cleaning prices and Orange County CA window cleaning.
For any size hole whether large or small you should be able to make the basic patch. Cut the replacement screen, and pick up the large sewing needle. You’ll need that needle to darn the new screen into place. While you’re sewing think of your grandmother or great grandmother. Chances are they used that process all the time to repair clothing or even socks. Just because clothing had a hole in it was no reason to throw it away, they darned everything. However instead of string or thread, you’ll use a piece of the new screen to sew the new patch into place.
There comes a time when the entire screen needs replacing. If the frame is still in relatively good condition, you’ll need to buy a roll of screen large enough to cover the entire area. Cut it a bit larger than the frame of the screen. You’ll also need spline material and also a spline tool. You’ll find it easier to use a little glue that will hold the screen in place. Just in case you’ve never heard of spline or a spline tool, it is a rubber material that will fit in the groove that will hold the screen in the frame securely.
Now, we got the cart before the horse, and we’re going to tell you the necessary tools to get the job done. Surprise, you’ll need a new piece of screen for the smaller repairs, and a much larger piece to replace the entire screen that probably comes in rolls. You’ll need the spline, the spline tool, a bit of glue, that large sewing needle, and you’ll need something to cut the new screen material to the correct size.
If you still don’t want to tackle the job, go online and you can find a window screen repair contractor. They can get that job done easily, and will do other things around your home that you’ve been putting off. They’re worth every penny they charge, but usually it’s more like dollar. Does anyone use pennies anymore?
Stanley Window Care specializes in screen repair Orange County, and Orange County window cleaning prices and Orange County CA window cleaning.
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Professional Window Cleaning Advantages
Cleaning windows, be them part of a residence or part of a commercial structure, is a dirty job inside and out. It's also a very physically demanding job especially during those months of the year that are extremely cold or hot. Despite the many trepidations individuals may have regarding the cleaning of their windows, the fact remains that windows must be cleaned if they are to not only look good but allow in proper lighting and function as a part of a structure's climate control.
It isn't difficult to find an excuse to avoid cleaning windows which is why some people turn to professional window cleaners to get the job done. While this isn't and always the cheapest route the ends justifies the means if for no other reason than the layperson gets to avoid having to do a difficult job. While some people may remain apprehensive even after considering the physical and chronological demands of cleaning their windows, many eventually recognize that the pros of hiring a professional window cleaner far outweigh the cons and come to realize that paying someone to do this type of work is well worth every penny.
Even the most physically capable of persons will find the number of advantages in hiring a professional window cleaner enough to justify their hiring. The first and sometimes most obvious advantage is the end results. 99.9% of the time professional window cleaners are going to deliver far greater results than even the most dedicated layperson. Just as a professional auto detailer would do to showroom vehicles, professional window cleaners can bring out a "showroom shine" on just about any type of window. These types of windows will leave any structure they are part of looking far more warm and attractive than those at the windows cleaned by lay persons.
As cleaning windows often requires more time than most individuals are willing to spend on them, those that attempt to clean their windows themselves often end up cutting corners midway through the job in order to reach the finish line just a little bit earlier. Professional window cleaners cut no corners and are meticulous in their work. Getting windows clean and making them shine like new requires a lot of time; time that most people would rather spend doing something they enjoy. Hiring a professional window cleaner allows a homeowner and owners of commercial structures to do something else with their time.
There was once a time when professional window cleaners were far more expensive than they are now. As the technologies that enable professionals to do their job have improved, prices have fallen and many companies want to be as competitive as possible and therefore go to great lengths to offer deals to outdo their competition. It's also important to remember that do-it-yourselfers will spend a great deal of not only time but money as well. The cost of professional cleaning solutions, static free rags, squeegees, extension poles, and other equipment gets expensive quickly. Hiring a professional means individual will be paying mainly for labor and it negates the need to purchase tools and chemicals for themselves.
One of the biggest advantages that often goes overlooked in hiring a professional window cleaner is that many not only clean windows but offer a myriad of other services as well. Things like pressure washing, screen door repair, glass repair and restoration, and even the cleaning of things like lighting fixtures can save home and business owners a lot of time and money. Additionally these same companies sometimes offer service packages that include these additional services as part of their routine window cleaning services.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Orange County window cleaning, and Orange County window cleaning prices and window washing in Orange County.
It isn't difficult to find an excuse to avoid cleaning windows which is why some people turn to professional window cleaners to get the job done. While this isn't and always the cheapest route the ends justifies the means if for no other reason than the layperson gets to avoid having to do a difficult job. While some people may remain apprehensive even after considering the physical and chronological demands of cleaning their windows, many eventually recognize that the pros of hiring a professional window cleaner far outweigh the cons and come to realize that paying someone to do this type of work is well worth every penny.
Even the most physically capable of persons will find the number of advantages in hiring a professional window cleaner enough to justify their hiring. The first and sometimes most obvious advantage is the end results. 99.9% of the time professional window cleaners are going to deliver far greater results than even the most dedicated layperson. Just as a professional auto detailer would do to showroom vehicles, professional window cleaners can bring out a "showroom shine" on just about any type of window. These types of windows will leave any structure they are part of looking far more warm and attractive than those at the windows cleaned by lay persons.
As cleaning windows often requires more time than most individuals are willing to spend on them, those that attempt to clean their windows themselves often end up cutting corners midway through the job in order to reach the finish line just a little bit earlier. Professional window cleaners cut no corners and are meticulous in their work. Getting windows clean and making them shine like new requires a lot of time; time that most people would rather spend doing something they enjoy. Hiring a professional window cleaner allows a homeowner and owners of commercial structures to do something else with their time.
There was once a time when professional window cleaners were far more expensive than they are now. As the technologies that enable professionals to do their job have improved, prices have fallen and many companies want to be as competitive as possible and therefore go to great lengths to offer deals to outdo their competition. It's also important to remember that do-it-yourselfers will spend a great deal of not only time but money as well. The cost of professional cleaning solutions, static free rags, squeegees, extension poles, and other equipment gets expensive quickly. Hiring a professional means individual will be paying mainly for labor and it negates the need to purchase tools and chemicals for themselves.
One of the biggest advantages that often goes overlooked in hiring a professional window cleaner is that many not only clean windows but offer a myriad of other services as well. Things like pressure washing, screen door repair, glass repair and restoration, and even the cleaning of things like lighting fixtures can save home and business owners a lot of time and money. Additionally these same companies sometimes offer service packages that include these additional services as part of their routine window cleaning services.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Orange County window cleaning, and Orange County window cleaning prices and window washing in Orange County.
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Repairing A Screen Door
Despite the many apprehensions individuals have regarding replacing screens on their screen doors, the process isn't particularly difficult to complete. In fact so simple is this type of project that even the most un-savvy of individuals will be able to complete it. Before beginning this type of project however individuals will want to make sure that they have all the tools and materials necessary so as to avoid having to start, stop, and restart a job which can lead to frustration and subpar work.
The first thing that individuals want to do when they have a screen that needs replacing is purchase a screen repair tool. The majority of people will be familiar with this tool as it consists of a handle in the middle and two wheels on the ends of the handle. Next after carefully measuring the screen door in need of repair individuals will need to visit a home improvement store and purchase a screen that overlaps their door a bit. Usually a couple of inches on each side of the door is enough. These extra few inches will allow for mistakes as well as some slack during the re-screening process. Anyone repairing a screen door should also have a utility knife handy and a pair of pliers as well.
Once all of the tools and materials have been procured an individual will want to remove the the actual screen door from its track and then remove the damaged screen. While lying the screen door on the ground screen spline will need to be located and pulled out. While some splines will be wedged into the groove tightly a putty/utility knife can be used to dig it out. Once one portion of the screen spline is pulled from its groove pulling the rest out by hand is a cinch.
Once a screen gasket/spline has been removed an individual will want to remove the screen from the door and simply discard it. A torn screen is irreparable and with a new screen on hand there's no reason to hold onto any portion of the old screen. Once the old screen has then discarded an individual will want to lie the new screen over their door. The new screen should be laid down so that at least two inches extend beyond the doors gasket groove.
Once the new screen has been properly laid over the door an individual will next need to lay the gasket on top of it grooves. While is virtually impossible and unnecessary to lay it perfectly over a doors grooves, getting a close makes the job all the more easier. Once the gasket has been laid down the rolling screen repair tool should be run over the gasket so that it goes firmly back into the doors grooves. One hand should roll the gasket while the other guides the remaining gasket into its groove.
After the gasket has been ruled firmly back into place in individual should run their screen rolling tool over the entire gasket one last time to ensure that their new screen will be firmly held in place. After this has been completed a screen door can be put back on its track and utilized freely.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Orange County window cleaning, and Orange County window cleaning prices and window washing in Orange County.
The first thing that individuals want to do when they have a screen that needs replacing is purchase a screen repair tool. The majority of people will be familiar with this tool as it consists of a handle in the middle and two wheels on the ends of the handle. Next after carefully measuring the screen door in need of repair individuals will need to visit a home improvement store and purchase a screen that overlaps their door a bit. Usually a couple of inches on each side of the door is enough. These extra few inches will allow for mistakes as well as some slack during the re-screening process. Anyone repairing a screen door should also have a utility knife handy and a pair of pliers as well.
Once all of the tools and materials have been procured an individual will want to remove the the actual screen door from its track and then remove the damaged screen. While lying the screen door on the ground screen spline will need to be located and pulled out. While some splines will be wedged into the groove tightly a putty/utility knife can be used to dig it out. Once one portion of the screen spline is pulled from its groove pulling the rest out by hand is a cinch.
Once a screen gasket/spline has been removed an individual will want to remove the screen from the door and simply discard it. A torn screen is irreparable and with a new screen on hand there's no reason to hold onto any portion of the old screen. Once the old screen has then discarded an individual will want to lie the new screen over their door. The new screen should be laid down so that at least two inches extend beyond the doors gasket groove.
Once the new screen has been properly laid over the door an individual will next need to lay the gasket on top of it grooves. While is virtually impossible and unnecessary to lay it perfectly over a doors grooves, getting a close makes the job all the more easier. Once the gasket has been laid down the rolling screen repair tool should be run over the gasket so that it goes firmly back into the doors grooves. One hand should roll the gasket while the other guides the remaining gasket into its groove.
After the gasket has been ruled firmly back into place in individual should run their screen rolling tool over the entire gasket one last time to ensure that their new screen will be firmly held in place. After this has been completed a screen door can be put back on its track and utilized freely.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Orange County window cleaning, and Orange County window cleaning prices and window washing in Orange County.
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